Rural Lobby Groups Seek Clear Election Positions On Farming And Emissions
Centre right parties are backing policy positions pushed by three farmer lobby groups ahead of the general election.
It’s all to do with plans outlined by the Government to meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement.
Some farmers – including the firebrand lobby Groundswell – are spitting tacks over Climate Change Minister Simon Watts’ announcement that New Zealand will reduce emissions by 51 to 55% compared to 2005 levels, by 2035.
Sensing the mood among farmers, the ACT Party sent out a message to farmers saying, “We’ve heard you”.
ACT says it is determined not to sacrifice farmers and growers at the altar of the climate gods.
Can National afford to lose the farmer vote?
